It's History

Why Illinois Built a Leaning Tower - The Leaning Tower of Niles (8x175)

Fecha de emisión: Abr 22, 2023

We'll start by exploring what the Leaning Tower of Niles is and its significance to the history of Niles, Illinois. You'll learn who built the tower, why it was built, and how it was constructed. Then, we'll delve into the mystery behind the leaning tower phenomenon and compare it to its more famous counterpart, the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy. You'll discover what the Leaning Tower of Niles was used for and why it was almost demolished. You'll also learn how the people of Pisa came to the rescue of the tower and saved it from destruction. And we'll tell you the story of how the YMCA sold the tower to the township and how it eventually became a National Historic Landmark. Finally, we'll take you on a virtual tour of the inside of the tower and reveal what's inside this iconic structure.